5 hottest bars in Bali

Set upon the cliff-side 14 metres above the sea, within the sophisticated Ayana Resort & Spa, Rock Bar overlooks the crashing waves of Jimbaran Bay and stuns its guests with sunset panoramas. The minimalist design spreads over tiered wooden platforms to an illuminated glass bar perched over the sea and serving creative cocktails to the sound of the coolest DJs. Be sure to arrive by 4pm to make the most of the views and beat the crowds, and treat yourself to a tempting Toblerone cocktail.

AYANA Resort and Spa Bali, Jl Karang Mas Sejahtera, Jimbaran   Tel: 62 361 702222

Beach bar by day, DJ and dance venue by night, Ku De Ta also offers fine dining. Giant daybeds and red umbrellas just steps from Seminyak Beach attract stylish sun-seekers who stick around all day until the moon draws them to the VIP rooftop area. Mixologists work their magic with signature KU VE cocktails like burnt lemon and vanilla margaritas, and the perfectly sweet Vanilla Passion Foam. A mainstay of Bali nightlife, this bar has that special something that brings you back again and again.

9 Jalan Kayu Aya, Seminyak   Tel: 62 361 736969

Set within the sleek surrounds of the W Retreat & Spa Bali, Woo Bar hosts a regular mix of world-class performers and live DJs and has become one of the island’s hippest nightspots. Head down to the dance floor under the beach or stay on the upper deck to watch the party below. Colourful cocktails are served from the curvy bar resembling a coral reef (within the ‘wave’ design that is Woo Bar itself), while the poolside has plenty of lounging space to watch the Seminyak Beach sunset.

W Resort & Spa Bali, Jalan Petitenget, Kerobokan, Seminyak   Tel: 62 361 4738 106

For lovers of the sparkly stuff, Red Carpet boasts Bali's (and Indonesia's) best Champagne, cava and Prosecco selection. Sip flutes of Moet, Dom Perignon and Veuve Cliquot along with rare vintages of rosé Champagne and join the cool crowd for pre- or post-dinner drinks. Decadent yet with affordable options, this glamorous street-side venue is true to its name - complete with red carpet for you to (pretend to) pose for the paparazzi.

42C Jl Laksmana, Kuta, Bali   Tel: 62 361 737889